Manila Bulletin
Encourage people to get Covid vax, booster shots, Abalos urges barangay chiefs
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) is urging barangay officials nationwide to use the upcoming barangay assembly days to promote Covid-19 vaccination and booster shots among their constituents.
DILG Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr. encouraged Punong Barangays to fulfill their mandate by using the assembly days to inform residents about the importance of vaccination and the government's PinasLakas campaign.
Barangay officials are also advised to discuss their barangays' accomplishments, current issues, and future plans during these assemblies.
Furthermore, residents will be informed that Covid-19 booster shots are now readily available in various locations, including workplaces, transportation terminals, and drugstores.
As of October 11, over 20 million Filipinos have received their Covid-19 booster shots, with more than 73 million having completed their initial vaccination series.
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